In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Pusakesar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Carrot about 8.4% below the period average, and just 18.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Carrot rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harbartganj Daily Market APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Gohana APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Gunpur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹4,750 (70.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Carrot fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Carrot prices at Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,095. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The headline Carrot rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Carrot at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.